Used Nissan Maxima for Sale nearSan Francisco, CA

How much does the Nissan Maxima cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Maxima prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Maxima's current nationwide average price is $15,078, and its nationwide low point over the past year was $15,078.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2021 and 2022 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Maxima a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Maxima is a strong pick if you want a sedan with style, comfort, and a sporty personality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Maxima for its powerful performance, stylish design, and comfortable interiors. They also frequently highlight the car’s premium feel, strong acceleration, and enjoyable handling.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years center on fuel economy, the CVT’s character, and rear-seat space.

29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Maxima models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Maxima’s comfort, style, and strong performance as core strengths. Across the model years in the data, you also see repeated praise for its upscale cabin feel and enjoyable driving character.

• Owners rate the Nissan Maxima between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and prioritizing well-kept examples.

What should I look for when buying a used Nissan Maxima?

Across all model years, at 52.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility
• Fuel efficiency: 24 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 30 mpg highway)

Which Nissan Maxima trim should I buy?

The 2021 Nissan Maxima offers these trims:

• SV: The base Maxima SV trim level gives you the entry point to the lineup, and it suits buyers who want the Maxima’s core V6 power and upscale feel at the lowest starting price.
• SR: The Maxima SR adds a sportier setup and is the best-value choice for shoppers who want a more performance-focused feel without moving to the top trim.
• Platinum: The Maxima Platinum is the range-topping trim, and it suits buyers who want the most premium presentation in the lineup.
• 40th Anniversary Edition: This package adds a two-tone exterior, model-specific 19-inch gloss-black alloy wheels, black exterior trim, red semi-aniline leather upholstery, white gauge faces, and heated rear seats.

What Nissan Maxima do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Maxima years with the most listings are 2017, 2018, and 2016.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and price combination. They also often become the default starting point for used-car searches because there are simply more examples on the market.

What is the Nissan Maxima's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you want a used Maxima at a lower entry price. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-cycle years, while one model year is essentially flat and another is still edging up.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2014, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Maxima safe?

• 2021: 9/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 7/10

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard on the 2021 Maxima.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Maxima now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −10.45% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −13.02%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 32.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,565. The Nissan Maxima offers a sporty, upscale driving character that makes it feel more special than many mainstream sedans.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2018 Nissan Maxima compare to the 2018 Toyota Avalon?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.